The____ is a principle of statutory interpretation that states that if the meaning of a statute is clear on its face, then that meaning is the interpretation the court will give to the statute, and an inquiry into the legislative history will not be undertaken.?

A. ?rule of construction
B. ?plain-meaning rule
C. ?previous judicial interpretation rule
D. ?legislative intent rule


Answer: B

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